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  1. Teddie

    October Camino - shorts?

    Well managed will be OK bringing shorts. ....on thought however....last year on Primitivo, same time as you plan, I experienced the troubling view of what I consider very BAD clothing management. Conditions were Very Cold Wet Windy. These people 'bought into' the belief that 'light is...
  2. Teddie

    High Arch Inserts for Keens H2

    I use 3/4 raised arch support in my boots, also, I have the Keen sandal you mention. I do not see 'why not' to your question (good idea). You may have to add some "shoe goo" or similar to keep them in position, I added a small dab even though the support was under my insole ( support inches...
  3. Teddie

    Canadian Pilgrims - Freedom Mobile Question

    Get a local company, "Orange" perhaps, drop into a Kiosk at airport when you land, they will install SIM and activate 20-40E, (as mentioned), all you need for 28 day....staying longer, mention to attendant at Kiosk, they will advise. Do Not use any Canada Roaming options, very expensive and...
  4. Teddie

    Buying hiking poles along the Primitivo route

    If stuck for a walking aid, find a stick in the first forest encounter. They will quickly become your friend.
  5. Teddie

    SIM cards and e-sim advice

    Vodafone is good. Flying in? Go to cell phone kiosk, they will charge you about $30E for a 28day physical sim card ( leave your eSim activated for when you return ), they will activate new SIM at the kiosk....and you are "good to go".
  6. Teddie

    Small Folding Knife - Buses/Trains in 2024

    I have had a small knife taken on two occasions, 'depends on security of the day' ( some have mentioned similar ). "Things to do" on starting a Camino. I stop in the first sizeable town China Store and pick up a knife, they always have an assortment, yes... it's not high quality but it will cut...
  7. Teddie

    OK guys, what underwear?

    Years back purchased every type of underwear style sold. I was adamant that I would find something supportive and that breaths. I tried every one in a field test ( clothing over top ). I have not looked back. ....jock-strap....
  8. Teddie

    Goretex shoes?

    Most emphatically Not a Gortex fan when used in foot ware. I have "tried" ( having been sold the accilaids by salespeople ) only to continue my journey thinking predominately how I can not get out of these boots fast enough. Imagine wearing a plastic bag on your feet (OK, half a plastic bag...
  9. Teddie

    2 lumbar packs - OK idea?

    No problem using a lumbar 13L or larger. A wide belt style with pack having points of attachment above and below for larger light items ( jacket ), add front pouch or two for small daily items, add water bottle holster. Avoid double belting, hanging a pack 'out back' creates annoying...
  10. Teddie

    Quick drying hiking tshirt help

    Consensus is "merino wool" ( of which I agree ) lightweight, warm, comfortable, quick to dry, durable...and not stinky if your budget stratospheric, purchase a wardrobe
  11. Teddie

    Walking with lumbar pack only

    I like to take weight off my shoulders also. I have used a lumbar pack for day hikes and been successful, they offer exterior tie downs for jackets and the like but I have not found one of volume ( 15-25 litres ) usable for the Camino, however there are some military versions that look...
  12. Teddie

    Waterproof shoes

    Waterproof membrane boots are OK for a short 2 hour 'walk in the park' but they are like wearing a plastic bag on your foot. For the 'long haul' you best get comfortable Non-Waterproof Footwear ( preference is individual but I have migrated to full leather with leather lining )
  13. Teddie

    Either Or

    Do Not use the Gortex boots. Sure, the sales people admonish the "waterproof" capability but they are like wearing plastic bags on your feet. I have tossed away perfectly functional boots having Gortex lining in favour of well made leather and leather lined boots (the lighter the better). Your...
  14. Teddie

    Hiking shoes/boots versus trail runners on the Norte/Primativo

    Gortex is a good waterproofing for short hike trail boots. When on long walks, added pack weight, your legs and feet are stressed. Gortex is sold as a " breathable waterproofing ", good promotion, bad advice, Gortex is like wearing a plastic bag on your feet, OK some breathing, it's like wearing...
  15. Teddie

    Backpacks as carry-on

    I suggest you go with a 30, carry on no problem, the pockets and straps will allow for anything the 36 will carry. If you cannot fit it in a 30 you are bringing too much. I see many people making the mistake of walking up to check out and into the airplane with the pack shoulder carry. Do not...

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